Laser Hair Removal in Austin
Safe and Effective Treatment for ALL Skin Tones.
“Laser Hair Removal is life-changing.”
This is a statement that our founder, Trisha has said over and over again to clients during her 16+ years of performing this service. While the statement admittedly sounds a bit grandiose, it doesn’t make it any less true. Whether you’re experiencing unwanted hair growth that you feel self-conscious about, have sensitive skin that reacts to shaving, waxing or depilatory creams, or just want to simplify your daily routine- laser hair removal will change your life.
At Bene we offer laser hair removal treatments that are safe and effective for all skin types and tones- fair to medium to dark skin tones. We utilize two different lasers from Candela- the GentleLase and GentleYAG to make sure we are able to safely treat any client that comes through our door.
What areas are ideal for Laser Hair Removal?
Laser hair removal is effective for eliminating hair on all parts of the body, except for around the eyes. Some of the most common areas treated are face, upper lip, chin, neck, underarms, bikini, brazilian, legs and back.
How does Laser Hair Removal work?
Though the experience for the client is essentially the same on either the GentleLase or GentleYAG, the two lasers work differently in the skin. This difference is what makes the GentleYAG a suitable laser treatment for darker skin tones.
With the GentleLase, an Alexandrite laser (755nm), the laser emits a light that is absorbed by the pigment (melanin) in the hair. The light energy is converted to heat, which damages the tube-shaped sacs within the skin (hair follicles) that produce hairs. This damage inhibits or delays future hair growth. This treatment uses the hair as a vehicle to transmit the energy to the follicle and damage those cells.
With the GentleYAG, a Nd:YAG laser (1064 nm), the laser emits a light that is absorbed deeper in the skin, bypassing the melanin in the skin and treating the melanin in the bulb of the hair follicle. This is what makes the Nd:YAG laser the ideal choice for clients with more melanated skin. From there, the process is the same- the light energy is converted to hear, which damages the hair follicles. This damage inhibits or delays future hair growth.
At Bene Skin & Laser our laser hair removal technicians will ensure that you’re on the appropriate laser for your skin type and that settings will be chosen for you skin tone, hair color and thickness.
How much does Laser Hair Removal cost?
The most common treatment areas and pricing are listed below. Don’t see an area that you need? Just let us know! We’d be happy to quote you a price.
At Bene Skin & Laser we offer both a la carte (per treatment pricing) as well as packages with a 20% discount. We want each of our clients to be able to make the choice that works best for them. That’s why we don’t over-inflate our per treatment pricing while offering huge package discounts.
Ready to book an appointment?
At Bene Skin & Laser you can book an appointment for the areas you wish to treat and we will provide a thorough consultation before your treatment. Not ready to commit? We also provide FREE Laser Hair Removal Consultations where you can come in, meet your laser hair removal technician and get all of your questions answered before you make a decision. Want to chat about it beforehand? Reach out to us via phone or text: 512-817-3113. Or email us at Info@beneskinandlaser.com
Know before you go:
In order to set you up for success before your laser hair removal appointment here are some important things to note before and after your treatment!
BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT:
No tweezing, plucking, waxing, sugaring, epilating or use of depilatory creams for FOUR weeks prior to your appointment. The ONLY exception we will make to this rule is for laser hair removal on the face. We will accept two weeks discontinuing these methods with the knowledge and acceptance that we might be missing some hairs on the first session that are not on the same growth cycle yet.
You must shave or trim the area being treated within 24 hours of your appointment. You must shave before each and every appointment! The only exception to this rule is if you are towards the end of your treatments and you have been instructed by your technician to not shave so they can see what hair is remaining.
NO SUN EXPOSURE for TWO WEEKS PRIOR to your appointment. If you have a vacation planned where you will be getting sun exposure on areas you are treating, please plan your appointments accordingly.
No spray tan before your appointment.
AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT:
The area treated may be red, swollen and sensitized immediately following the treatment. This can last from just a couple of hours up to a few days depending on the client. General sensitivity, hair density and hair thickness are all factors that contribute these symptoms. We sell a great after-care product, EltaMD Laser Enzyme Gel that helps reduce inflammation and eases itchiness or discomfort from your treatments.
Avoid excessive heat for 48-72 hours after your laser hair removal appointment. Including, but not limited to: vigorous exercise, hot yoga, saunas, hot tubs, warm baths, sunbathing, tanning beds, etc.
Avoid UV exposure for 48-72 hours after your laser hair removal appointment.
It takes 10-14 days for your hair to shed from the follicle. You may see new growth during that timeframe. This does not mean that the laser treatment was inaffective. You may continue to shave if necessary.